March 01, 2010 Military Aviation News

One Sensor To Do The Work of Many

03/01/2010

More than a year before U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates began pushing the Air Force to buy more UAVs for surveillance missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, Pentagon scientists were working on a different solution: build sensors so sophisticated that one aircraft can do the work of many.

China, Iran Creating 'No-Go' Zones to Thwart U.S. Military Power

03/01/2010

During the Cold War, the Pentagon built the greatest naval and air forces the world had ever seen, endowing the United States with the superpower ability to land huge military forces anywhere in the world, at any time, whether invited in or not.

Bell to follow orders: Production will intensify

03/01/2010

Pressing wartime needs in Iraq and Afghanistan will keep Bell Helicopter's Amarillo workers busy for the foreseeable future as attack and utility helicopter production ramps up to meet a growing demand for military aircraft.

Boeing seeks foreign buyers for C-17 planes, made in Long Beach

03/01/2010

The cargo plane's assembly plant is scheduled to close in two years. Boeing slows production to extend the life of the plant and work on sales.

Saab Looks to New Horizons

03/01/2010

In the face of a sharp fall in domestic orders and a difficult foreign market, Sweden's Saab has turned operations around from a loss to a profit, according to its most recent financial figures.

Indian Air Force dominates Pokharan air space in biggest ever wargame

03/01/2010

Operation Vayu Shakti 2010 showcased the tremendous firepower demonstration of the Indian Air Force on Sunday in three parts-during the day, at dusk and at night, which is essential for the IAF's success in any battle.

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